Sheffield Park to Horsted Keynes
There are five collections covering the operational part of the line: (a) Sheffield Park Station; (b) the line from Sheffield Park to Horsted Keynes; (c) Horsted Keynes Station; (d) the line from Horsted Keynes to Kingscote and (e) Kingscote Station.
Signal boxes have separate collections: (a) Sheffield Park Signal Box; (b) Horsted Keynes Signal Box; and (c) Kingscote Signal Box (including the old southern box).
Photos relating to the Bluebell Railway's Northern Extension to East Grinstead are in several separate collections within the Photographic Tours index.
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Another view towards Three Arch Bridge taken from the top of the eastern embankment. 24.02.2011 0174
Coming towards the end of the embankment and still looking north towards Three Arch Bridge. 24.02.2011 0179
At the end of the embankment the land rises steeply and a cutting is formed which is crossed by Three Arch Bridge. The length of the cutting is shortened in this view taken with a long lens. 24.02.2011 0178
There is a short section of level ground between the embankment and the cutting, and this was the site of a long abandoned agricultural crossing. This view looks west across a section of flat ground which crosses the drainage ditch (which is in a pipe under what is effectively a bridge over the ditch). The lineside fences show no sign of the original gates but you can see the original route of the path in the shape of the adjacent land, particularly on the eastern side. In the right upper part of the picture is Nobles Farm. 10.04.2015 12148
There is a short section of level ground between the embankment and the cutting, and this was the site of a long abandoned agricultural crossing. This view looks east across a section of flat ground which crosses a drainage ditch (which is in a pipe under what is effectively a bridge over the ditch). The lineside fences show no sign of the original gates but you can see the original route of the path in the shape of the adjacent land, particularly on the eastern side. 10.04.2015 12147
For an unknown reason there are a large number of nest boxes on the lineside near Three Arch Bridge. 24.02.2011 0184
For an unknown reason there are a large number of nest boxes on the lineside near Three Arch Bridge, but this one is unusually close to the ground. The intended occupants are unknown but the number "16" can be seen on the side. 24.02.2011 6056
This is Little Oddynes Farm, on the eastern side of the line near Three Arch Bridge. The old agricultural crossing previously pictured (now closed) linked it's land to Nobles Farm on the western side, but the same function is performed by Three Arch Bridge. 10.04.2015 10692
This is part of Nobles Farm, on the western side of the line near Three Arch Bridge. 07.05.2016 12946
Three Arch Bridge, with B473 approaching on a southbound train. 10.04.2015 10680
The Outer Home signal at Three Arch Bridge, supplemented by a Distant signal for the Horsted Keynes Inner Home signal. 80151 passes with the southbound Golden Arrow Pullman. 03.06.2007
Looking south from the top of Three Arch Bridge. This cutting is known for being "damp" and an area of grass on the track indicates where the formation is sometimes difficult. Newly laid track has reached a point just out of sight around the bend in the distance, and when this area receives attention the more modern matting laid under the new formation should eliminate the problem. Where necessary, drains are also improved when new track is laid. 20.05.2018 18450
A view, taken in 2005, from the top of Three Arch Bridge looking north towards Horsted Keynes. 04.09.2005
Thirteen years later the view from the top of Three Arch Bridge looking north towards Horsted Keynes is little changed. 20.05.2018 18451
The northern side of Three Arch Bridge looking up towards the eastern side. 20.05.2018 18456
The northern side of Three Arch Bridge looking up towards the eastern side. 20.05.2018 18458
The northern side of Three Arch Bridge looking up towards the western side. 20.05.2018 18457
The northern side of Three Arch Bridge looking up towards the western side. A drain pipe can be seen near the bottom centre of the arch furthest from the camera. This presumably drains a void in the arch, and there is an equivalent pipe in the eastern arch. I have never seen this pipe running, but, further north, at Hill Place Farm Bridge, a similar pipe flows almost constantly. 20.05.2018 18455
A scenic shot of Three Arch Bridge, looking south. Regular photographers will know that this image is actually impossible, but Photoshop allows some temporary changes. Can you spot them? 27.08.2007
Many people think that Three Arch Bridge is simply a scenic part of the line, but it carries a public footpath and an agricultural crossing. In October 2015 the light was fading fast, and I had just finished for the night, when the farmer obligingly went across on his tractor. 25.10.2015 12319
The top of Three Arch Bridge looking east. 20.05.2018 18452
The top of Three Arch Bridge looking east. 20.05.2018 18447
The top of Three Arch Bridge looking west. 20.05.2018 18449
North of Three Arch Bridge there is a disused crossing. This shot looks south back towards Three Arch Bridge. 27.08.2007
The long disused farm crossing south of New Road Bridge, looking east 200518 18446
A 2005 view of the long disused farm crossing south of New Road Bridge, looking west. 16.10.2005
Thirteen years later the disused farm crossing south of New Road Bridge has barely changed. This view looks west. 20.05.2018 18444
A long disused farm crossing south of New Road Bridge, looking west. The old gate post still exists (on the left) and the section of fence where the gate would have fitted can be seen at the foot of the ramp up to the railway. 20.05.2018 18445
Looking north from the disused crossing with a long lens this view catches the Horsted Keynes southbound Advance Starter, the buffers in the yard, and the Inner Home bracket signal. The lens distorts and shortens the distance. To the right is the site of the original halt, constructed before Bluebell trains were allowed into Horsted Keynes. There is now no trace of the structure. 27.08.2007
The site of the original Bluebell Halt outside Horsted Keynes is in the foreground as 80151 runs south past the Horsted Keynes southbound Advance Starter. 23.09.2007
When the Bluebell Railway was initially formed it's trains were not allowed to enter the British Railways Horsted Keynes Station. Until this situation was resolved a small halt was built south of the station, it's position being marked by the sign. 20.05.2018 18443
A sign marking the position of the former Bluebell Halt, just south of Horsted Keynes. 20.05.2018 18441
South of Horsted Keynes a grassed field provided good views and was formerly well used by photographers. Please note that the use of the field has since changed and photography is no longer permitted. In the days when permissive use was allowed, 65 hauls the Victorian coaches south. On the extreme left is the southbound Advance Starter and New Road Bridge. 01.01.2007
Sunset at Horsted Keynes, taken from the same field as the previous picture. 19.11.2005
A closer view of New Road Bridge and the southbound Advance Starter at Horsted Keynes. 27.08.2007 This signal was subsequently replaced.
New Road Bridge looking west. 20.05.2018 18459
New Road Bridge looking west. 20.05.2018 18460
New Road Bridge looking west. 20.05.2018 18461
In days gone by the Directors of the Bluebell Railway Ltd affixed instructions to the eastern side of New Road Bridge 13.05.2017 17160
New Road Bridge is rather restricted in size. It is better not to enquire why this rather large Fire Engine is included in this picture of the western side of the arch.... Whilst the driver was, err, extracting himself from a difficult position, 75027 was pressed into service and conveyed the crew to a lineside fire. 29.07.2006
The tall southbound Advance Starter at New Road Bridge was replaced by a shorter version in 2014 when the post was found to be rotten. 30.03.2014 10127
A view of the approach to Horsted Keynes in 2005. On the right coaches stand in the Down Yard, and in the distance some work appears to be taking place adjacent to the Ardingly Spur. However, at the time, the triangle appears to be empty of spoil. 11.12.2005
A view of the approach to Horsted Keynes in 2005. In the distance some work appears to be taking place adjacent to the Ardingly Spur, but, at the time, the triangle appears to be empty of spoil. 11.12.2005
Looking from the Ardingly Spur towards the Carriage and Wagon works on 15.08.2009 A carriage storage shed (OP4) was later added. 0140
Looking from the Ardingly Spur towards the north end of the Down Yard, where locomotives can obtain water, if required. 15.08.2009 0182
Looking from the Ardingly Spur directly towards the works crossing, which allows vehicles to move from the Down Yard to the triangle, which has been the site for extensive earthworks during various projects, with spoil being either added or removed. 15.08.2009 0161
A general view of the Horsted Keynes Down Yard from the Ardingly Spur. 15.08.2009 0157
Looking from the Ardingly Spur towards the Horsted Keynes Down Yard on 15.08.2009. The track layout was later changed to cater for the carriage storage shed (OP4). In view are (nearest camera) the Horsted Keynes Inner Home signal, and, in the distance, the southbound Advance Starter. This signal was subsequently replaced. 0158 The line then enters Horsted Keynes station, which is covered in a separate gallery.